Hello. At age 63, was this week diagnosed with Grade 1 invasive ductal carcinoma of breast. Surgery is planned for 15th November for lumpectomy and lymph node removal and I’m not sure how I feel at the moment. I’ve sort of been supporting my husband and kids emotionally as they’ve been tearful - but I haven’t cried at all. I’d be grateful to meet others who may have felt this way. I also suffer with fibromyalgia so pain is a daily thing for me and I’m concerned how treatment will affect my pain flares. Thank you.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community. I am so sorry to read about your BC diagnosis but I do hope you will find the support available in the community helpful at this difficult and challenging time.
Talking with others who are walking the exact same type of cancer treatment path will help you navigate this unwanted journey.
The New to Community is like the Community Reception area and as there are many cancer types and experiences so likewise the Community has many dedicated support groups to connect into so can I recommend you start by joining our supportive Breast cancer group as this will be a good place for you to connect with other folks who may be on the same cancer treatment pathway.
Navigating the community will depend on the device you are using. To join a group just click on the green link above then scroll down and choose 'click to join' or 'join' on the page that opens.
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a post by clicking on ‘New Thread’ or ‘New here, say hello’ then hit the box with the X on the top right (phones).
You could just copy and paste the text from this your first post and you can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk so do call the Macmillan Support Services on 0808 808 00 00 - most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week Clicking here to see what is available. This service provides lots of cancer information, emotional support, benefit and financial guidance or just a listening ear.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers check our Online Information and Support Section.
All the very best ((hugs))
Thank you so much for your reply. I’m very grateful. 
Hi Rose333 abd a welcome to you.
I see you joined and put up a post in our supportive Breast cancer group. You may also want to have a look at our Triple negative breast cancer group as well.
All the best.
